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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

LC61 OBDMOT history

LC61 OBD is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 6 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 27 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 201,319 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

LC61 OBD blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Sept 2027
Mileage
201,319 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
14,160 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 OBD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
6 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 OBD was last recorded at 201,319 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
201,319 miles · 27 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
14,160 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 201,319 miles
  • 2025 – 189,009 miles
  • 2024 – 179,840 miles
  • 2023 – 156,506 miles
  • 2022 – 146,416 miles
  • 2021 – 122,050 miles
  • 2020 – 97,622 miles
  • 2019 – 70,387 miles
  • 2018 – 45,989 miles
  • 2017 – 43,034 miles
  • 2016 – 40,240 miles
  • 2014 – 35,933 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass201,319 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Undertray fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2026

Full MOT history

21 tests since 29 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass201,319 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    201,319 miles
    Test number
    448236617993
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail201,319 miles (+12,310)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,319 miles
    Test number
    363261515604
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass189,009 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    189,009 miles
    Test number
    126341868656
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail189,009 miles (+9,169)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,009 miles
    Test number
    720618513456
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass179,840 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    179,840 miles
    Test number
    592320002243
    • AdvisoryFront small stone chip / crack o/s upper windscreen out swept area
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn all rear suspension bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear suspension corroding

  6. Fail179,838 miles (+11,495)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,838 miles
    Test number
    925396709576
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding when turned by hand stiff to turn (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront small stone chip / crack o/s upper windscreen out swept area
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn all rear suspension bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear suspension corroding

  7. Pass168,343 miles (+73)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    168,343 miles
    Test number
    499788497001
    • AdvisoryUnderside / components showing general corrosion

  8. Fail168,270 miles (+11,764)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,270 miles
    Test number
    305711600665
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords n/s/f tyre worn to excess on inner edge of tread / deep cut in bald section through to cords / cords showing 205 / 55 / 16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge of tread / tyre just legal / very strong advise to replace tyre 205 / 55 / 16
    • AdvisoryStrong advise on tracking check / adjust when new tyres fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderside / components showing general corrosion

  9. Pass156,506 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    156,506 miles
    Test number
    887453234910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail156,504 miles (+10,088)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,504 miles
    Test number
    529057508559
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass146,416 miles (+24,366)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    146,416 miles
    Test number
    866036598177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass122,050 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    122,050 miles
    Test number
    556190875093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail122,050 miles (+24,428)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,050 miles
    Test number
    858991926517
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass97,622 miles (+576)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    97,622 miles
    Test number
    577402984972
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav now in centre console
    • AdvisoryO/s/f droplink balljoint very slight play
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  15. Fail97,046 miles (+26,659)2 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,046 miles
    Test number
    323640892032
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible contaminated (0.1 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav now in centre console
    • AdvisoryO/s/f droplink balljoint very slight play
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  16. Pass70,387 miles (+666)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    70,387 miles
    Test number
    911176983364
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  17. Fail69,721 miles (+23,732)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,721 miles
    Test number
    969687559543
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn.
    • AdvisoryN/S/F Tyre worn.
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some testable items.

  18. Pass45,989 miles (+2,955)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    45,989 miles
    Test number
    115766532338
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6 and bald on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted

  19. Pass43,034 miles (+2,794)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    43,034 miles
    Test number
    123506027059
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking/perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass40,240 miles (+4,307)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    40,240 miles
    Test number
    490144775997
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2,5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass35,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    35,933 miles
    Test number
    195443664394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 OBD

Does LC61 OBD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 OBD is valid until 27 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 OBD?
The MOT on LC61 OBD is valid until 27 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 OBD done?
LC61 OBD was recorded at 201,319 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 14,160 miles a year.
Has LC61 OBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 OBD has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LC61 OBD ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LC61 OBD find?
LC61 OBD passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear coil spring corroded.

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